News Latest Information on Travelling to Andaman Islands?

Runway Status for Port Blair Airport From October,22 to February, 23

Updated: 19 Sep 2022

From	To	Status
18-Oct	21-Oct	Closed
22-Oct	31-Oct	Operational
01-Nov	04-Nov	Closed
05-Nov	14-Nov	Operational
15-Nov	18-Nov	Closed
19-Nov	28-Nov	Operational
29-Nov	02-Dec	Closed
03-Dec	12-Dec	Operational
13-Dec	16-Dec	Closed
17-Dec	26-Dec	Operational
27-Dec	30-Dec	Closed
31-Dec	09-Jan	Operational
10-Jan	13-Jan	Closed
14-Jan	23-Jan	Operational
24-Jan	27-Jan	Closed
28-Jan	06-Feb	Operational
07-Feb	10-Feb	Closed
11-Feb	20-Feb	Operational

RT PCR report on arrival
Updated: 14 Aug 2021
Andaman Tourism Opens
Updated: 14 Aug 2021

Andaman Tourism Opens: The Andaman & Nicobar administration has announced that all tourist spots in the South Andaman district will be opened for tourism activities with immediate effect 8 Feb 2022.
What is the advisory to travel to North & Middle Andaman District?
Updated: 14 Aug 2021

The tourists are allowed to visit Baratang/North & Middle Andaman on production of double dose covid certificate/ All other passengers viz. unvaccinated and partially vaccinated passengers (those who have taken only 1S1 dose of COVID vaccine) shall have to produce RT-PCR negative test report

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All asymptomatic fully vaccinated persons coming to these islands from mainland are exempted from the requirement of carrying RT-PCR negative test report,irrespective of the type of vaccine received and country of origin. Such fullyvaccinated individuals shall produce the final vaccination certificate at the origin airport, sea port in the mainland and at Port Blair Airport / sea port.
Alt asymptomatic children below 5 years of age are exempted from carrying RT-PCR negative test report and further RT-PCR testing at Port Blair Airport.
All other passengers viz. unvaccinated and partially vaccinated passengers (those who have taken only 1S1 dose of COVID vaccine) shall have to produce RT-PCR negative test report to travel to Port Blair from the mainland, as is the practice now. Such an RT-PCR test should have been taken within 48 hours prior to commencement of journey from the origin airport connecting Port Blair. Such passengers will also have to undergo additional RT-PCR test on arrival at Port Blair. Such passengers shall remain in self-quarantine till the arrival of the test report.
If a passenger on arrival is tested positive then, the prescribed quarantine protocol is to be followed.
All Airlines shall ensure strict compliance of this order and observance of COVID Appropriate Behaviour. Any non-compliance shall invite action under Disaster Management Act and other applicable laws.

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General Guidelines defined for traveling to Andaman Islands during COVID :

The Tourism Activities are permitted only in South Andaman & North & Middle Andaman District except Nicobar District.
Persons above 65 years of age, persons with home co-morbidities, pregnant women and children below the age of 10 years advised not to travel for tourism purposes.
Tourists/Visitors who are at higher risk due to some medical history are advised to take extra precautions.
Tourists/visitors shall minimize contact with other staff and visitors as far as possible and zero contact policy should be followed at all tourist destinations.
All tourists/visitors shall be briefed by the hotel concerned about do’s & don’ts to be mandatorily followed during their stay and movements.
While travelling tourists/visitors should wear a face mask and carry their own sanitizer and wet wipes for personal use.
At all tourist destinations, staff must wear face masks and wash/sanitize hands regularly while performing their duties.
Arogya Setu App shall be mandatory for all incoming tourists/visitors.
Respiratory etiquettes to be strictly followed. This involves strict practice of covering one’s mouth and nose while coughing/sneezing with a tissue handkerchief/flexed elbow and disposing off used tissues properly after use.
The tourists/visitors on arrival at Port Blair airport have to undergo mandatory Covid-19 screening with RTPCR test free of cost. Thereafter the tourists/ visitors are allowed to move to their respective hotels. However, they will have to be under quarantine at Port Blair in their hotel rooms until the result of RTPCR tests are received. In case of RTPCR positive test results, the tourists/visitors shall remain in institutional quarantine in hotels notified by the Hoteliers Association in consent with the A&%N Administration, on rate as specified or to the designated hospital/ Covid 19 care centre on case to case basis.

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What are the guidelines for testing for tourists coming to Andaman after August 03 2021?

On arrival at Port Blair :

1. The tourists need to carry COVID-19 negative test report from mainland based 1CMR approved lab using Reverse Transcriptase-Polymerase Chain Reaction (RTPCR). However, the sample for RTPCR test should have been taken within 48 hours prior to starting the journey from the origin station. (For e.g. if the tourist takes a flight from Delhi at 0600 hrs. on 1st September, 2021, the sample for RTPCR test should have been taken not before 0600 hrs. on 30th August, 2021).

2. The tourists/visitors on arrival at Port Blair airport have to undergo mandatory Covid-19 screening with RTPCR test free of cost. Thereafter the tourists/visitors are allowed to move to their respective hotels. However, they will have to be under quarantine at Port Blair in their hotel rooms until the result of RTPCR tests are received. In case of RTPCR positive test results, the tourists/visitors shall remain in
institutional quarantine in hotels notified by the Hoteliers Association in consent with the A&N Administration, on rates as specified or to the designated hospital/ Covid-19 care centre on case-to-case basis.

3. Tourists may also have to undergo random Rapid Antigen Test conducted from time to time on payment basis as prescribed by A8N Administration.

What if the tourists test positive after arriving at the Andaman Islands?

If the tourists tests positive during their stay in the Islands, he/she will need to undergo institutional isolation as per existing health protocols. The
cost of such isolation for govt. facility will be paid by the tourists as fixed by the administration from time to time.

If the patient wants to stay at hotels, he/she can stay in the hotels if all the conditions below are met:

a) Patients are not symptomatic and not more than 60 years old.
b) Request/ undertaking is made by patient in writing.
c)lf allowed by doctors.

Hotels will make necessary arrangements to designate a part of their rooms for institutional isolation for this purpose.

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Regular flights to Port Blair (the capital of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands) are operational now.
There are direct flights from Chennai, Kolkata, Bangalore, and Delhi.
Public transports like cabs, taxis, and bus services are also functional.

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Travellers should carefully follow social distancing norms and wear masks as well. Also, before making any booking, they should refer to the latest travel news on the government website of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands.

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Adventure Sports At Rangat

Rangat Islands – A general overview

Nestled within the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, lies a quaint island, that not many people have heard of. The Rangat Islands, Andaman does not have a lot of glamour to offer. There are no five-star resorts to boast of, no celebrity sightings to speak of.

What it does have to offer instead is lots of solitude and excitement.

It offers what every other island does, but without any of the rush or steep prices. From trekking on The Moorys Dare to venturing onto the Dhaninallah Mangrove nature walkway to witness seasonal turtle, Rangat Islands has it all.

Location

Rangat Islands is located in the Middle Andaman Islands. It is 210 km from Port Blair and 70 km to the south of Mayabunder. It is accessible and can be reached by road and sea routes, so you don’t have to be confused about how to reach Rangat Islands, Andaman.

Key attractions

For people in love with nature, Rangat Islands serve as an abode. Other than the obvious aspects of blue seas and sandy beaches, it has other attributes to speak of. These are a few sightseeing spots at Rangat Islands, Andaman:

Cuthbert Bay Beach at Rangat Islands, Andaman- Known for its turtle nesting grounds, it has flora and fauna and a sanctuary. A perfect place to soak up some nature. During the months of winter, you may see turtles paddling towards the beach.
Panchvati Hills at Rangat Islands, Andaman- Also well-rooted in nature, Panchvati Hills is famous for its waterfall and its agriculture.
Amkunj Beach at Rangat Islands, Andaman-Rocky Beach, and the watchtower are the sights to look for here.
Long Islands at Rangat Island, Andaman-This is an isolated island that boasts of scenic beauty. Everything here is carefully conserved, and if you’re in luck, and you might come across a few dolphins too!

Why try out adventure sports?

Whether you are an adrenaline junkie or even someone who enjoys much milder versions of it, this island is the right place for you. The activities offered range from a high level of risk and activity to lower levels with more passive activity. Adventure sports would be a valuable use of time, if looking for things to do around Rangat Islands, Andaman.

Top adventure sports in Rangat Island -An introduction

There are several adventure sports you could try in Rangat Islands, Andaman. Banana Boat rides, scuba diving, snorkeling, parasailing, jet-skiing, undersea walking, speed boating, glass-bottom boating, sport fishing/angling, seaplane ride, kayaking, swimming, and mangrove kayaking.

Turtle nesting visit- Cuthbert Bay beach

Located 12 km from Rangat islands, this beach has a tropical forest bordering it. This is known for its total nesting during the month of December and January, sometimes extending into the next month. It is also a wildlife sanctuary And is also known as one of the most important turtle nesting beaches in the islands of Andaman and Nicobar. If you come here during the season, you may see turtles paddling towards the beach. The process of turtle nesting is simple and interesting. Turtles lay eggs on the beach, dig pits in the sand, and go back into the sea. This happens during the night. This is a regular occurrence, and this can be viewed in the sanctuary. Also, one may even get the chance to release these turtles back in the sea, contributing to turtle conservation efforts. The species of turtles mostly known to visit here is the Olive Ridleys. This is one of the best places to visit on the Rangat Islands. The turtles making occasional visits would be the Green Sea Turtles, Hawksbill and Leatherback turtles.

Panchvati hills, Rangat Islands

If trekking is more up your alley, Panchvati Hills on Rangat Islands would be the perfect destination. This spot is an embodiment of tranquility due to its view, silence, and breathtaking waterfalls. This place is also known for its fishing and agriculture.

The culture in this place South Indian and Bengali, as they make up most of the population of this island.

Tourists can go on this moderately easy trek and even take a dip in the waterfall on this trek. Other than that, there are several things you can do on this trek, other than exploring the greenery. Photographing the wildfire and scenic locations would make for great photographing due to the vivid colors and lush greenery. Since this place is also a hotbed of agriculture, you could explore the nearby farms and get an idea of how the local farms operate and their farming procedures. Commercial fishing is also something you’re likely to come across, so by all means, get to know how these livelihoods form.

Waterfall at Panchvati

This is a view to behold, as this waterfall makes its way down the small hill of Panchvati Hills. It is quite famous for its beauty and serenity. Tourists have been known to take a dip here. Therefore it’s safe to assume that it is allowed. It is advisable to dress in light and warm clothes and take a change of clothes if taking a dip is on the agenda.

The best opportunities and time for adventure sports in Rangat Islands, Andaman

The best opportunities for visiting Rangat Islands would be to see the turtles nesting, adventure sports, trekking, and the agriculture and fishing processes.

The best time to visit would be from October to May. This is because this island enjoys a tropical climate, and visiting during these months would ensure that you’d be visiting at a pleasant time of the year. Therefore, October to May ensures that the weather is pleasant, and all the suggested activities can be performed. Sightseeing, water sports, and beach excursions are perfect for this time of the year. The other months are not ideal because of heavy rainfall and unpredictable tidal waves. Keep in mode that Rangat Islands, Andaman is more secluded than the surrounding islands, so there is no pressure to avoid the rush, as there isn’t any.